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Healthy Pumpkin Seed & Cranberry Energy Balls

Healthy Pumpkin Seed & Cranberry Energy Balls You’ll Love

Healthy Pumpkin Seed & Cranberry Energy Balls are gluten-free, nutritious, and easy to make. Perfect for a quick energy boost!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 energy balls
Course: Snacks
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Gluten-Free Rolled Oats Make sure to use certified gluten-free oats
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Can substitute with raisins or chopped dates
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Coconut Flakes Feel free to replace with additional oats or nuts
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup Raw Pumpkin Seeds Swap with sunflower seeds if allergic to seeds
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Almonds Hazelnuts or walnuts can serve as alternatives
For Binding
  • 1/2 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Almond butter or sunflower seed butter can be used
  • 1/4 cup Pure Maple Syrup Honey or agave syrup can be used as alternatives

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Sturdy spoon or spatula
  • Airtight Container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the gluten-free rolled oats, dried cranberries, unsweetened coconut flakes, raw pumpkin seeds, and sliced almonds. Stir until well combined.
  2. Add the creamy peanut butter and pure maple syrup to the dry mixture. Mix thoroughly until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Check the mixture's consistency. If too wet, fold in more rolled oats; if too dry, drizzle in more peanut butter.
  4. Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes to firm up.
  5. Once chilled, dampen your hands with water and roll the mixture into balls about the size of a tablespoon.
  6. Store energy balls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1energy ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These energy balls only get better as the flavors meld, so consider making a big batch for the week!

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